Uses of Dologen:

What do I need to tell my doctor BEFORE I take Dologen?

For all patients taking Dologen (dexbrompheniramine and acetaminophen caplets):

If you have an allergy to Dologen (dexbrompheniramine and acetaminophen caplets) or any part of Dologen (dexbrompheniramine and acetaminophen caplets).

If you are allergic to any drugs like this one, any other drugs, foods, or other substances. Tell your doctor about the allergy and what
signs you had, like rash; hives; itching; shortness of breath; wheezing; cough; swelling of face, lips, tongue, or throat; or any other signs.

If your child is younger than 12 years of age. Do not give Dologen (dexbrompheniramine and acetaminophen caplets) to a child younger than 12 years of age.

This is not a list of all drugs or health problems that interact with Dologen (dexbrompheniramine and acetaminophen caplets).

Tell your doctor and pharmacist about all of your drugs (prescription or OTC, natural products, vitamins) and health problems. You must check
to make sure that it is safe for you to take Dologen (dexbrompheniramine and acetaminophen caplets) with all of your drugs and health problems. Do not start, stop, or change the dose of
any drug without checking with your doctor.

What are some things I need to know or do while I take Dologen?

Tell all of your health care providers that you take Dologen (dexbrompheniramine and acetaminophen caplets). This includes your doctors, nurses, pharmacists, and dentists.

Do not take more than what your doctor told you to take. Taking more than you are told may raise your chance of very bad side effects.

Do not take Dologen (dexbrompheniramine and acetaminophen caplets) for longer than you were told by your doctor.

Avoid driving and doing other tasks or actions that call for you to be alert until you see how Dologen (dexbrompheniramine and acetaminophen caplets) affects you.

Talk with your doctor before you use other drugs and natural products that slow your actions.

Avoid taking other products that have acetaminophen in them. Check labels closely. Too much acetaminophen may cause liver problems.

This medicine has acetaminophen in it. Liver problems have happened with the use of acetaminophen. Sometimes, this has led to a liver
transplant or death. Most of the time, liver problems happened in people taking more than 4,000 mg (milligrams) of acetaminophen in a day.
People were also often taking more than 1 drug that had acetaminophen in it. If you have questions, talk with your doctor.

Follow the directions exactly. Do not take more acetaminophen in a day than directed. If you do not know how much acetaminophen you can
take in a day, ask your doctor or pharmacist. Some people may take up to 4,000 mg (milligrams) in a day if told to do so by the doctor. Some
people (like people with liver problems and children) should take less acetaminophen. Call your doctor right away if you have taken too much
acetaminophen in a day, even if you feel well.

If you are taking warfarin, talk with your doctor. You may need to have your blood work checked more closely while you are taking it with
Dologen (dexbrompheniramine and acetaminophen caplets).

This medicine may affect certain lab tests. Tell all of your health care providers and lab workers that you take Dologen (dexbrompheniramine and acetaminophen caplets).

Use with care in children. Talk with the doctor.

Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or plan on getting pregnant. You will need to talk about the benefits and risks of using Dologen (dexbrompheniramine and acetaminophen caplets)
while you are pregnant.

Tell your doctor if you are breast-feeding. You will need to talk about any risks to your baby.

How is this medicine (Dologen) best taken?

Use Dologen (dexbrompheniramine and acetaminophen caplets) as ordered by your doctor. Read all information given to you. Follow all instructions closely.

Take with or without food. Take with food if it causes an upset stomach.

What do I do if I miss a dose?

If you take Dologen (dexbrompheniramine and acetaminophen caplets) on a regular basis, take a missed dose as soon as you think about it.

If it is close to the time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your normal time.

Do not take 2 doses at the same time or extra doses.

Many times Dologen (dexbrompheniramine and acetaminophen caplets) is taken on an as needed basis. Do not take more often than told by the doctor.

What are some side effects that I need to call my doctor about right away?

WARNING/CAUTION: Even though it may be rare, some people may have very bad and sometimes deadly side effects when taking a drug. Tell your
doctor or get medical help right away if you have any of the following signs or symptoms that may be related to a very bad side effect:

Signs of an allergic reaction, like rash; hives; itching; red, swollen, blistered, or peeling skin with or without fever; wheezing;
tightness in the chest or throat; trouble breathing, swallowing, or talking; unusual hoarseness; or swelling of the mouth, face, lips, tongue,
or throat.

A very bad skin reaction (Stevens-Johnson syndrome/toxic epidermal necrolysis) may happen. It can cause very bad health problems that may
not go away, and sometimes death. Get medical help right away if you have signs like red, swollen, blistered, or peeling skin (with or without
fever); red or irritated eyes; or sores in your mouth, throat, nose, or eyes.

What are some other side effects of Dologen?

All drugs may cause side effects. However, many people have no side effects or only have minor side effects. Call your doctor or get medical
help if any of these side effects or any other side effects bother you or do not go away:

Feeling sleepy.

Feeling nervous and excitable.

These are not all of the side effects that may occur. If you have questions about side effects, call your doctor. Call your doctor for medical
advice about side effects.

You may report side effects to the FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088. You may also report side effects at http://www.fda.gov/medwatch.

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If OVERDOSE is suspected:

If you think there has been an overdose, call your poison control center or get medical care right away. Be ready to tell or show what was
taken, how much, and when it happened.

How do I store and/or throw out Dologen?

Store at room temperature.

Store in a dry place. Do not store in a bathroom.

Keep all drugs in a safe place. Keep all drugs out of the reach of children and pets.

Throw away unused or expired drugs. Do not flush down a toilet or pour down a drain unless you are told to do so. Check with your
pharmacist if you have questions about the best way to throw out drugs. There may be drug take-back programs in your area.

Consumer information use

If your symptoms or health problems do not get better or if they become worse, call your doctor.

Do not share your drugs with others and do not take anyone else's drugs.

Keep a list of all your drugs (prescription, natural products, vitamins, OTC) with you. Give this list to your doctor.

Talk with the doctor before starting any new drug, including prescription or OTC, natural products, or vitamins.

Some drugs may have another patient information leaflet. Check with your pharmacist. If you have any questions about Dologen (dexbrompheniramine and acetaminophen caplets), please talk
with your doctor, nurse, pharmacist, or other health care provider.

If you think there has been an overdose, call your poison control center or get medical care right away. Be ready to tell or show what was
taken, how much, and when it happened.

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